Never Flinch by Stephen King

From master storyteller Stephen King comes a thrilling new novel of vengeance, obsession, and the darkest corners of justice. In Never Flinch, two seemingly separate stories twist together in a pulse-pounding narrative — one following a killer on a diabolical revenge mission, and the other a vigilante targeting a famous feminist speaker. At the centre of it all stands Holly Gibney, joined by a compelling new cast of characters. When the Buckeye City Police Department receives a chilling letter threatening to “kill thirteen innocents and one guilty” in “an act of atonement for the needless death of an innocent man,” Detective Izzy Jaynes isn’t sure what to believe. But as the investigation deepens, it becomes clear the writer isn’t bluffing — and the countdown to murder has already begun. Desperate for answers, Izzy calls on her trusted friend Holly Gibney for help. Meanwhile, outspoken women’s rights activist Kate McKay is embarking on a high-profile lecture tour, igniting passion — and fury — across the country. Her message of empowerment has inspired millions… and enraged one dangerous individual. As threats escalate and violence draws closer, Holly is hired to act as Kate’s bodyguard — a formidable task with a stubborn client and an adversary blinded by rage and twisted righteousness. As the two investigations collide, King delivers a riveting, chilling, and emotionally charged thriller featuring unforgettable characters — from the world-famous gospel singer Sista Bessie to a killer addicted to murder. Never Flinch is a masterclass in tension, morality, and the human cost of justice — one of Stephen King’s most powerful and propulsive novels to date.